Rhode Island

This is an annotated list of databases produced by Rhode Island State Agencies listed by producing agency. To add a database to this list or to fix a broken link, either do it yourself as this is a wiki, editable by anybody, or contact Rebecca Blakeley at reblakeley@mcneese.edu, the documents specialist for this page.

Attorney General, Office of

Civil & Criminal Division Open Government Search - Conduct a title or keyword search in various categories such as open meetings act opinions & advisories and public records acts opinions & advisories. The Criminal Division assists the Attorney General in prosecuting all felony criminal offenses occurring in the Rhode Island, and all misdemeanor criminal cases brought by State law enforcement agencies or appealed to the Superior Court.

Children, Youth and Families, Department of

RI Day Care Provider Directory - Find a day care center by name, city or browse the full list. Records include name of center and contact information.

Education, Department of

Master Directory of Education - Search for the school/organization or directory report by name, code, organization type, school type, or school level.

RICERT - The RI Department of Education (RIDE) has developed a computer-based system known as RICERT to track the qualifications, assignments, and professional development of teachers. Search for "Professional Development" or "Teacher Certification" and click on "Public Access". Then click on "Find Teachers" and "Find Working Teachers". You can then search by district and schools within that district. A list of teachers and their qualifications and teaching assignments will be listed for a particular school.

SALT Survey Reports - From the "Information Works!" RI Schools website, search for a school's SALT survey by district, school name, or school code.

School Reports - From the "Information Works!" RI Schools website, search for a school's report by grade level, school name, or school code. You will find their No Child Left Behind report card, previous years reports, assessments, accountability, and information on teaching practices.

General Assembly

Search RI General Assembly - Search for general laws, House and Senate Bills, Public Laws, House and Senate Journals, Committee meetings, Legislative Calendars, and the RI Constitution. You can sort by date, title, file size, or criteria.

General Treasurer, Office of

Unclaimed Property - Search for your name on the "Missing Money List", a.k.a. "Unclaimed Property" list. If you find your name on the list, click on your name and you'll be taken to a page that will allow you to enter your contact information and the office will contact you via mail with instructions on how to claim your property.

Health, Department of

Health Professional License Search - Search the Online Rhode Island Department of Health Verification and Complaint Submission Site by searching for a Profession, License Type, License Status, First or Last Name, or License Number.

Office of Food Protection Inspection Report Access - To obtain copies of inspection reports when they are submitted, simply complete the free registration form. Then, customize the site to give you the information you want. Search by keyword and/or filter by establishment name, address, zipcode, or conduct an advanced search or browse by first letter.

Housing Resources Commission

Lead Mitigation Certificate Search - Search for those properties that have been inspected by the Housing Resources Commission's licensed inspectors and technicians and received a Certificate of Conformance under the Lead Hazard Mitigation Law. Search by street or city/town.

Judicial Branch

Adult Criminal Information Database - Information about criminal defendents searchable by name, document number, type of case, and date range of case. Also includes partial last name matches and phonetic spelling. Type of case is a very rich field. Select by dropdown includes habeas corpus, asbestos, assault and many other kinds of cases. Records include detailed but unofficial case summaries which clearly describe charges made.

Sex Offender Database - Search for sex offenders in the State of Rhode Island by city/town, zip code, or by listings of level 2 or 3 offenders. Records include approximate address, physical description, conviction, community supervision status, and a photograph of the offender.

Labor and Training, Department of

RI RED - The Rhode Island Research and Economic Database requires registration to access full search capabilities. Research labor market information on salaries and economic data, compare current trends, and more.

Minority Business Enterprise

Minority Business Enterprise and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Directory Search - Search for company name, product or service in the Minority Business Enterprise (MBECO) Directory to retrieve information on a business's certification status, SIC Code, NAICS Code, contact information, products and services offered, number of employees, etc. MBECO offers services designed to meet the needs of the Minority (MBE) and Woman-Owned (WBE) business communities and assists with new legislative and policy proposals that facilitate the involvement of minorities and women in the mainstream of the economy.

Secretary of State, Office of

Business Services Division

Notary Public Database - Use this Search tool to verify that a particular Notary Public has an active commission of record. The results may not reflect a Notary's complete history. Search using Notary Number or part of name.

UCC Database - Search and retrieve Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) records by debtor Name, file Number and/or secured Party name. The UCC Section homepage states: "The Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) Section is the central filing office for certain financing statements, agricultural liens, and other lien documents provided for in RA9. Filing with our office serves to perfect a security interest in named collateral and establishes priority in case of debtor default or bankruptcy. In addition to filing and maintaining financing statements, amendments and correction statements, the UCC Section provides information to the public on the filed records."

Public Information Division

Boards and Commissions Database - Search or browse for letters of appointment and certificates of engagement for persons appointed to offices, boards and commissions.

Gov Tracker - Click on the "search" link on the right hand column to conduct a search across all RI departments, agencies, and municipalities' via an "Entities" or "People/Positions" search term. What kinds of info will you get? Lots of various information about various commissions, boards, and councils, including their contact information; RSS feeds of upcoming meetings and posted meeting minutes, recent regulations; and membership listings.

Rules and Regulations Database - Searchable database of rules and regulations promulgated by state agencies, boards and commissions from January 2002 to the present.

Voter Information Center - Search for your voter registration, your current elected officials, view sample ballots for upcoming elections, locate your local board of canvassers, and find where to vote. Your name, date of birth and zip code or city/town of residence are required to view your voter registration. All other data is available by entering your street address and zip code or city/town.